FACULTY OF ALLIED HEALTH & BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
Certificate IN DIAGNOSTIC ULTRASOUND
Department
Radiological Sciences and Medical Imaging Technology
Level
Certificate
Semesters
01
Credit
05 (4Th+1Clin)
INTRODUCTION
The Certificate in Diagnostic Ultrasound (3 Months Duration) is a short, skill-oriented professional program designed to enhance practical knowledge and hands-on expertise in ultrasonography. This diploma significantly strengthens the clinical competency of medical imaging professionals and broadens their career opportunities in both public and private healthcare sectors.
Program Duration: 3 Months
Timing: ODL — Online Theoretical Classes + Hospital-Based Supervised Clinical Attachment
Location: 6.7 Km Japan Road, Sihala, Islamabad.
Recognized By: Higher Education Commission
Entry Requirements:
- F.Sc. Radiography & Imaging Technology (12 years of education), LHV, BS Radiology Technology (RIT), BS Medical Ultrasonography, or other relevant allied health qualifications.
Duration | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Mode |
3 Months DDU |
| Regional Anatomy and Physiology | 1(1+0) | Online |
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| Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation | 1(1+0) | Online |
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| Abdominal Ultrasound | 1(1+0) | Online |
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| Obstetrics and Gynecological Ultrasound | 1(1+0) | Online |
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| Supervised Clinical Attachment (SCA) | (0+1) | Hospital |
Total Credit Hours | 5 (4+1) |
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CAREER PROSPECTUS
- Develop proficiency in performing routine ultrasound examinations including abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, small parts, and basic Doppler studies
- Gain practical skills in patient positioning, probe handling, image optimization, and preliminary interpretation
- Understand ultrasound physics, instrumentation, safety protocols, and infection control measures
- Improve their ability to assist radiologists and consultants during advanced diagnostic and interventional procedures
VISION & MISSION
- Demonstrate understanding of ultrasound physics and instrumentation
- Identify relevant human anatomy and physiology on ultrasound images
- Perform systematic abdominal, gynecological, and obstetric ultrasound scans
- Identify normal anatomy and common pathologies
- Optimize image quality and minimize artifacts
- Apply safety protocols including the ALARA principle
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
The Certificate in Diagnostic Ultrasound is a 03-month intensive program delivered in ODL format, designed to provide theoretical knowledge and practical skills in medical ultrasound. Theoretical content is delivered online, while hands-on clinical training is conducted through supervised hospital attachment. The program covers physics, instrumentation, anatomy, abdominal, gynecological, and obstetrics ultrasound. Graduates will be equipped to perform basic to intermediate ultrasound examinations under supervision.
